5 July 2024

To foster collaboration and opportunities between Shenzhen and Hong Kong, a delegation led by Mr Liu Gui-lin, Deputy Director of the Qianhai Authority, visited The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong (HSUHK) last week. During the visit, the delegation carried out discussions with Dr John Leung, Associate Vice-President (Knowledge Exchange) and Director of the Institute of Knowledge Exchange, as well as other members of HSUHK, to gain insight into the University’s diverse academic programmes and vision.

The delegation included Mr Zhang Ping, General Manager of Qianhai Financial Holdings Company Limited; Mr Guo Qi-hong, General Manager of Qianhai Service Group Company Limited; Mr Lei Zhen-feng; and Mr Deng Zhi-wei, Executive Vice-President and Secretary-General from the Qianhai Financial Industry Association.

The parties discussed topics including financial technology, cross-border financial talent training, and Hong Kong youth entrepreneurship in Shenzhen.

Mr Liu emphasised that Shenzhen has become more open in recent years and has made significant progress in the development of the Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong International Financial City. He highlighted the city’s efforts in creating a market-oriented, rule-of-law-based, and globally competitive business environment.

Mr Liu gained a deep understanding of HSUHK’s capabilities in talent training, research projects, and social services across various fields during his visit. He also expressed hope for strengthening future cooperation between Qianhai and HSUHK to leverage the expertise and advantages from each side, and cultivate financial talents with international vision, professional skills and innovative thinking. Both sides hope to contribute towards the socio-economic development of two cities.